Amazon has already slashed a handful of items to under $50 before Prime Day starts.
Prime Day runs June 23‑26, but the retailer dropped prices on several low‑cost products early. The Echo Spot smart speaker is now $44.99, down $35 from $79.99. JLab’s JBuds Lux ANC headphones sit at $49.95, a $30 cut. Ninja’s Fit Compact Personal Blender is $48.98, saving $21. Finally, a 52‑quart Coleman cooler goes for $37.99, $12 off the regular price. Amazon says the list will be updated as the sale approaches.
These deals matter because they let price‑sensitive shoppers lock in savings while avoiding the rush‑hour shipping congestion that often hits the official start date. In past years, sub‑$50 bargains tended to appear only on day one, forcing buyers to choose between higher prices or delayed delivery. By seeding the sale early, Amazon nudges budget customers toward its platform ahead of competitors.
The offers are modest, but they signal Amazon’s intent to use cheap incentives to warm up shoppers for the larger discounts to come.